Oregon Scientific Heart Rate Monitor with Hydration Alert SH201 - Manual (Page 18)

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training. It is often measured by maximum oxygen uptake
(VO2 Max), which is defined as the highest amount
of oxygen that can be utilized when exercising at an
increasingly demanding level. The lungs, heart, blood,
circulatory system, and working muscles are all factors in
determined VO2 Max. The unit of VO2 Max is ml/kg min.
See the tables below for a rough guide to what your fitness
index means:
Fitness index
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BODY MASS INDEX
Your body mass index is a measurement of the relative
percentages of fat and muscle mass in the human body.
HEALTH
INDICATION BMI
RANGE DESCRIPTION
Underweight Less than
20.0 Your body weight is
currently lower than
average. Work toward
healthy, regular food intake
and exercise routine to
build up your health to
recommended levels.
Recommended 20.0 to
25.0 Your health is at the
recommended level.
Maintain a balanced diet
and exercise to keep your
current level of health.
Overweight 25.1 to
29.9 Your body weight may be
above normal. Increase
your exercise and work out
a diet plan to lower your risk
for serious illness.
Obese 30.0 or
greater At this level, you may be at
risk for heart disease, high
blood pressure, and other
illnesses. Consult with your
doctor to develop a proper
health and fitness plan.